Officials with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) have estimated that there were close to 20,000 injuries that involved holiday decorating in E.R. rooms across the country from November through December of 2012. Unfortunately, this is the fourth year in a row that the number of injuries has increased. Each…
We’re continuing the focus on back-to-school safety as kids head back to school and colleges return to class. Whether they’re driving themselves or they’re taking the school bus, the month schools returns to session brings with it significant risks. And this is why officials with the National Safety Council (NSC)…
It’s getting here in Southwest Florida, and temperatures are only climbing as we reach the height of summer. With temps in the 90s, we’re up against some serious dangers, as 20 children have died of heat stroke from being left in cars so far this year in the U.S. Last…
Officials with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) are reminding parents to make sure than they stabilize, or anchor, their furniture, television and appliances. This move is to help to prevent a tip-over accident, which too often results in injuries and deaths involving some of our youngest family members.…
Kids are left in hot cars every day. Many times, they’re accidentally left in cars by a parent. In other cases, daycare centers, babysitters and other caregivers have left children behind, with serious or fatal results. More than 30 kids were killed when they were left inside a hot car…
Summer is here and kids of all ages are being released from school. Many of our young students are getting to spend a little more time at home because of it. With kids home more often, parents are urged to review some of the latest safety recalls from the U.S.…
Yes, it seems like it’s always hot here in Southwest Florida, but the true heat is creeping up on us day by day. For that reason, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is working to raise awareness about the increased risks for hyperthermia or child heatstroke in Naples and…
Our Naples injury attorneys like to keep our neighbors informed about the latest recalls from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Staying in the know with this kind of information can help you to protect your family. Oftentimes, common household items and children’s toys can pose some serious risks…
Parents and educators have a brand new website to access resources regarding child safety seats. The new website, “Car Seat Safety for Kids,” recently went live. The informational site is a joint effort between the Center for Injury Research and Prevention (CIRP) and the Kohl’s Injury Prevention Program. Parents and…
The year is flying by and Christmas decorations have already hit storefronts. It’s about that time to start Christmas shopping. But before you do, you’re urged to check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission‘s recalled products list and check it twice! Unfortunately, there are many popular household items and children’s…